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Why Logan Kilpatrick Left OpenAI for Google

May 7, 2024

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Former head of developer relations at OpenAI, Logan Kilpatrick, discusses his move to Google amid the AI surge. Topics include Chat GPT creation, challenges in transitioning to a larger company, excitement in the language model space, concerns about open source AI models, and the need for innovation in technology sectors.

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Logan Kilpatrick's move from OpenAI to Google sheds light on AI's evolving landscape and potential future directions.

The podcast discusses the challenges and excitement surrounding AI advancements, emphasizing the importance of practical AI use cases for businesses.

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Introduction

3min

Exploring the Evolution of GPT Technology and Career Transitions in AI Companies

12min

Exploring the Challenges and Nuances of Open Source Models

4min

Open Sourcing Models and AI Risks

16min

The Impact of Technological Understanding on Leadership and Business Integration of AI

4min

Exploring the Impact of Chat GPT on Email Writing and Business Growth

2min

Episode 5: Why did Logan Kilpatrick leave OpenAI for Google amidst the AI surge? Join hosts Matt Wolfe (https://twitter.com/mreflow) and Nathan Lands (https://twitter.com/NathanLands) as they delve into this significant career move with Logan Kilpatrick (https://twitter.com/officialLoganK), the former head of developer relations at OpenAI. Kilpatrick's new role at Google places him at the forefront of AI product leadership, following substantial contributions to AI tools like Chat GPT.

This episode unravels the layers behind Logan Kilpatrick's pivotal shift from OpenAI to Google. As a key figure in the development of groundbreaking AI technology, Kilpatrick reveals his insights on the evolution of AI, addressing the challenges and excitement that encouraged his transition. The discussion offers a peek into the potential future of AI, the ethics of open-source models, and the continuous need for innovation in technology sectors.

Check out The Next Wave YouTube Channel if you want to see Matt and Nathan on screen: https://lnk.to/thenextwavepd

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Show Notes:

(00:00) Logan Kilpatrick shares insights on OpenAI, Google.
(05:09) Chat GPT creation process deliberate and intentional.
(09:13) Shift from small to large company challenging.
(11:10) Excited about opportunities in language model space.
(16:42) Nuance of openness in technology and projects.
(18:36) They're not selling a developer platform.
(22:22) Open source GPT models raise safety concerns.
(26:30) Concerns about centralized power and AI influence.
(39:56) Hardware challenges for AI.
(31:42) Exciting challenges of increasing artificial intelligence adoption.
(37:29) "Play with technology to find value."
(38:07) Introduced dad to chat GPT for business.

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Mentions:

Google I/O 2024: https://io.google/2024/
OpenAI: https://www.openai.com/
Chat GPT: https://chat.openai.com/
Google AI: https://ai.google/
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Check Out Matt’s Stuff:

• Future Tools - https://futuretools.beehiiv.com/

• Blog - https://www.mattwolfe.com/

• YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@mreflow

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Check Out Nathan's Stuff:

Newsletter: https://news.lore.com/
Blog - https://lore.com/

The Next Wave is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Darren Clarke // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

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